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Molecular Orbital Theory: Complications

    Molecular orbital theory is a manner of predicting the bonds between atoms within molecules. The electrons of the bonding atoms within the molecule are used to fill in a molecular orbital and then predict a bond. However, molecules do not always obey the guidelines set by the MO theory.

    1. 1. Introduction: How MO Works
    2. 2. Where MO Theory Goes Wrong
    3. 3. Examples of Where MO Theory Goes Wrong
    4. 4. References
    5. 5. Outside Links
    6. 6. Problems
    7. 7. Contributors

    Introduction: How MO Works

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    Where MO Theory Goes Wrong

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    Examples of Where MO Theory Goes Wrong

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    References

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    Outside Links

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    Problems

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    Contributors

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